Vax U86-1B-BC Owner's manual

Brand: Vax

Model: U86-1B-BC

Category: Vacuum cleaner supplies

Type: Owner's manual

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U86-IBe Series

Impact 702

Let’s get started

Do’s

Thank you for buying this Impact 702.

Taking care of your carpets

The Impact 702 is designed to make vacuuming carpets regularly, as eective and ecient

as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.

Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen carpets

for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.

Taking care of your Impact 702

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready

when you are to tackle your carpets.

Basic safety precautions

3 Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before

disconnecting or connecting the power cord.

3 Always keep the power cord away from the brushes

whilst using your vacuum cleaner. After use always

wrap the power cord around the cord clips provided.

3 Always make sure both the pre-motor/post motor

lters are in place before use.

3 Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before

disconnecting or connecting the hose and accessories.

3 Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this

may aect the airow/suction.

3 Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse.

Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces

and open ames.

3 Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-

approved extension cords may overheat. Care should

be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can be a

trip hazard.

Don’ts

8 Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,

damaged or left outdoors.

8 Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner

if the power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact

our Customer Care Line on: 0844 4128 455

(Mon-Fri 8.30am to 6.30pm, Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm).

8 Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with

wet hands.

8 Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible

materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use the

vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours

or liquid.

8 Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches

or smoking hot burning items or use in an area where

there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach, and

ammonia drain cleaner).

8 Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects

as this may cause damage to your vacuum cleaner.

8 Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,

nails, screws or coins etc.

8 Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage

as this may result in damage or injury to the user.

The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.

Let’s talk safety

Taking care of you

We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back

to the shop, simply visit:

vax.co.uk/support or call:

(UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308

Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm

Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Before you call we’ll need you to have the following

information to hand: Your Machine, Your Proof of Purchase or Warranty registration code.

Alternatively, you can write to us at:

Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use

only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces

and keep the area your cleaning well lit.

• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts

and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8

years and above and persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience

and knowledge if they have been given supervision

or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe

way and understand the hazards involved. Children

shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user

maintenance shall not be made by children

without supervision.

• Only Vax recommend tools should be used with this

vacuum cleaner.

Contents

Let’s talk safety

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Let’s talk technical

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

Notes

Impact 702

3 in 1 tool

Included with

your machine

TurboTool

Tool connector

3.2m Stretch hose

Pre-motor lter

Post-motor lter

Impact 702 Reach

Getting to know your machine

Name Impact 702 Series

Voltage 220-240V~50Hz

Wattage 700W

Cord length 10m

Weight 6.5kg

Technical Specication

Filter Kit (Type 98)*

1-1-134233-00

Belt Kit (Type 1)*

1-1-130669-01

Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)

1-1-133326-00

Turbo Tool (selected models only)

3 in 1 Tool

1-1-129167-00

Accessories & Consumables

Carry handle

Initial Setup for normal operation

1. Use the base accessories.

a. Shortest hose

b. Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.

2. Clean lters installed.

3. Dust receptacle empty.

4. All Bleeds must be closed.

5. Variable Power set to Maximum.

6. Floor heads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.

7. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.

8. Floor heads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.

9. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.

Impact 702 Pet

Hose

Handle

Extension tube

Dirt container release button

Power on / o button

Pre-motor lter

Separator

Dirt container

Post-motor lter

Carpet height

adjuster

Handle release button

Quick release

cord hook

Hose to machine

connector

Insert the back panel

into the oorhead.

Insert the lower cord

hook into the hole

at the bottom of the

back panel.

Now take the small

clip and push it down

between the end of the

cord hook and the

machine, to lock the

cord holder in place.

Place the dirt container onto the machine.

Ensure the dirt container tabs line up with

the holes in the post motor lter cover.

Assembling your upright

Ensure that the back of

the dirt container connects

to the inlet tube.

Place dirt container on

machine and click into

place at the back panel.

Insert the short end of the

hose into the tube at the

back of the machine and

turn to lock.

Push the hose end into the

hose to machine connector.

Before you begin cleaning

• Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments,

or removing and emptying the dirt container.

• The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does overheat the

thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o. If this happens, switch the vacuum cleaner o and unplug

from electrical socket. Remove and empty the dirt container also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the

vacuum cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the lters

to fully dry before putting back into the vacuum machine).

• Filters require cleaning at least every 3 months.

• If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.

Push the on/o switch to

turn machine on.

Place your foot gently on the oorhead and pull the

handle backwards to recline the machine.

Getting started Using your machine

PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE

Push the hose end into the hose to machine connector.Attach TurboTool clip to the

handle. Snap TurboTool

into position.*

Inset the handle into the

top of the back panel until

it clicks into place.

Remove hose end from

the oorhead.

Attach accessory

adapter to hose end.

If required use tool

connector.

Push the quick release

cord hook to one side to

release the power cord.

Turn the height adjuster

dial backwards for the

carpet setting.

Turn the height adjuster dial

forwards for the hard oor setting,

the oorhead will tilt forward.

*Not applicable for all models

Using accessories

Choose an accessory.

Place ngers under the

catch of the bin to dirt

container lid and pull to

release it.

Press dirt container

release button to remove

the dirt container.

MAX

40˚C

24hr

MAX

40˚C

Cleaning the shroud

Cleaning the post motor lter

Cleaning the pre-motor lter

Taking care of your machine Taking care of your machine

Press dirt container release

button to remove the dirt

container.

Place ngers under the

catch of the dirt container

lid and pull to release it.

The lid will lift on a hinge.

Remove the pre-motor

lter to allow access to

the shroud.

Remove the exhaust cover

by turning it counter clockwise

and lifting it o. To nd the

post-motor lter.

Use the tab on the lter to

pull the lter out of

it’s housing.

Tap the shroud over the

bin to release dirt.

Tap the lter over a bin

to release dirt.

Wash the shroud under

running water and leave

to dry. The shroud will need

to be placed back correctly.

Hold the dirt container over a bin

and unclip the lock on the bottom

of the dirt container, allowing the

dirt to fall out.

Close the base of the dirt

container and click the dirt

container back on to the

back panel.

Emptying and cleaning the dirt container

MAX

40˚C

24hr

MAX

40˚C

24hr

Wash the lter under running

water (40 degree max).

Remove the lter.Leave to fully dry for a least

24 hours before placing back

in the machine.

Tap the post-motor lter

over a bin to release the dirt.

Then replace before using

your vacuum.

Always switch o and unplug the

vacuum cleaner before carrying

out any maintenance.

WARNING

Removing blockages from the TurboTool*

1 2

Removing debris

from the brushbar

Vacuuming the stairs

Switch o your vacuum

cleaner at the main socket.

Using a pair of scissors

cut any hair or debris free

from around the brushbar.

Ensure that the vacuum

is upright at the top or

bottom of the stairs while

vacuuming.

Do not lean on the machine

while using the hose.

Changing the belt

Switch o your vacuum

cleaner at the main socket

and unplug. Remove the

4 screws on the bottom

of the oorhead.

Lift the brush from the

machine starting at the

side without the belt on.

Squeeze the sides of the

oor plate to release it.

Unhook the belt from the

motor spindle in the belt

compartment. (This may

be easier if you use a

screwdriver to do this).

Remove the oor plate.

Place the new belt

around the brush bar.

Remove the belt cover.

Let’s talk technical Let’s talk technical

Feed the other side into

the belt compartment.

Using a screwdriver,

hook the belt onto the

motor spindle.

Reinsert the brushbar. One end of the

brushbar has a square slot, and one end

has a circular slot, ensure that it is put

back into the correct position.

*Not applicable for all models.

• The vacuum cleaner is making a whistling noise, please remove the dirt

container open the bottom and clean the seals. Replace the dirt container

and retry.

• If there is air sucking noise from the top of the dirt container, this would

indicate a blockage in the machine Go to ‘Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick

up’ above.

Solution

Problem

Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance

/troubleshooting checks.

What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch

• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.

• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with

a 13amp fuse.

• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened, unplug the

vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and check the hose

for blockages Clean the lters and allow the vacuum cleaner to cool for

approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the lters you will need to wait

24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting them back into the

vacuum cleaner).

Why won’t the vacuum

cleaner turn on?

What if my vacuum

cleaner is making an

excessive noise?

• The brushbar may be jammed. If this happens then the machine needs to be

switched o immediately to avoid damage. To remove debris from brushbar

refer to page.

• The belt might not turn if it is broken. To check the belt, go to ‘Changing

the belt’.

My brushbar

isn’t turning?

* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner

before calling.

• There may be a blockage in the hose. Please remove the hose from the vacuum

cleaner, check and clear any blockages.

• Empty the dirt container and clean lters. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.

• The brushbar may not be turning. Go to ‘My brushbar isn’t turning?’ below.

• If the accessory/tool will not pick up, check and clear any blockages.

Why won’t the vacuum

cleaner pick up?

• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the part

is included with your machine.

There is an accessory

missing?

Accessories

Don’t forget your accessories!

Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions

Pro cleaning kit

1-1-133326-00

All our best tools all in one kit that makes cleaning

your home quicker, easier and with even better results.

We’ve taken care of cleaning all of the hard to reach

areas such as on top of cupboards and in between

blinds to the dust that collates behind and

within the radiator.

Notes

Flexi Crevice Tool

1-1-131393-00

A handy long, exible tool for getting far behind and

around furniture.

TurboTool

Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs,

upholstery and car interiors. It’s great for picking

up stubborn pet hair.

Flat Upholstery Tool

1-1-131394-00

Cleans large areas of upholstery like sofas and

curtains, quickly and eectively.

3 in 1 Tool

1-1-129167-00

3-in-1 tool includes crevice tool for awkward

areas and corner, dusting brush for areas such

as skirting and an upholstery tool for cleaning

sofas, curtains, chair seats and car interiors.

Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK

email: inf[email protected] website: vax.co.uk

Version 2.0

EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,

declare that the U86-IBe series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:

Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.

Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

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Model: U86-1B-BC

Category: Vacuum cleaner supplies

Type: Owner's manual

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